2009 Toyota Sienna vs. 2010 Scion tC
To start off, 2010 Scion tC is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (261 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2010 Scion tC. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2010 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 12 kg more than 2010 Scion tC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Toyota Sienna (246 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Scion tC. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Sienna | 2010 Scion tC | |
Make | Toyota | Scion |
Model | Sienna | tC |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |